TRLM's Bag-making initiative inspires women towards self-reliance

The vision of self-reliance often takes shape through small but impactful initiatives, and one such example is unfolding under the Tripura Rural Livelihood Mission (TRLM). 

Since November 16, the Kalyanpur Block Mission Management Unit (BMMU) has been conducting a special training program in bag-making at the Joydeep View office near Soronjoy Choudhury Para School in West Ghilatali Gram Panchayat.

A group of 30 enthusiastic women have come together, setting aside household and external responsibilities, to focus wholeheartedly on learning the craft of bag-making. Their determination reflects a growing aspiration for economic independence and empowerment.

At the training site, women from diverse backgrounds were seen working attentively under the guidance of a master trainer from Manu, Dhalai district. TRLM officials present at the venue emphasized that such initiatives pave the way for genuine self-reliance, gradually reshaping society.

Participants expressed confidence that the skills acquired will help them become self-sufficient in the future. They also voiced hope that the government and administration will continue to support them beyond training, ensuring that their newfound expertise translates into sustainable livelihoods.

However, this is not the first effort by TRLM’s Kalyanpur unit. The mission has previously organized programs in candle-making and other income-generating activities, steadily advancing its goal of empowering women across the region.